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Wow! I loved everything about “A Fine Layer of Dust” by Author Barbara Conrey. This is a heartfelt, emotional, thought-provoking, and captivating novel. I appreciate that Barbara Conrey mentions the Beagle Rescues. (Yes, I am a dog lover, I confess), and to advocate for adopting and rescuing dogs is just is so commendable. I also love that the Author discusses the subject of Surrogacy, from the Surrogate’s point of view, which is so unique and such a contemporary subject. This is a well written and well told story that revolves around the importance of family, friends, forgiveness, second chances, honesty, communication, love and hope. The author vividly describes her colorful and dramatic characters as complex, complicated and human.
Sophia Trenton is a compassionate, empathetic, wife and mother who decides that she will become a surrogate to help someone that can’t have a baby. There is a legal and educational process and Sophia and her husband are involved with. There are many physical challenges that Sophia will have to make. Their only daughter is older, and wants to document this adventure. Sophia chooses a couple that seems like a great fit for the baby. They love dogs, especially ones with needs and that are rescues.
Jake Trenton, the husband is an attorney who recently loses the chance of a promotion, and is very disappointed. Jake has hidden secrets, and wants his father’s approval. Jack is a workaholic and seems to be more worried about work than Sophia’s decision to be a surrogate. Jack makes some tragic choices that can break his marriage apart.
I highly recommend this powerful, memorable and thought-provoking story.
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